DECATUR – Alabama Works held something akin to a town hall on the campus of Calhoun Community College. But this gathering didn’t feature pointed questions aimed at political hopefuls. The […]

TOWN CREEK — Hazlewood High School alumni will gather Saturday for an all-classes reunion on sacred ground – the Golden Bears football field. A powerhouse in football, Hazlewood High was […]

Off The Record: The latest rumors and rumblings in North Alabama   Mike Ward ‘The Sequel’  Mike Ward, senior vice president, Government & Public Affairs for the Huntsville/Madison County Chamber […]

CHATTANOOGA — The Tennessee Valley Authority approved a 4.5% rate hike as it announced a $15 billion plan to build additional electricity-generating capacity and upgrade the system. The action came […]

WASHINGTON – U.S. Rep. Mike Rogers has asked the Government Accountability Office  investigate the basing process for U.S. Space Command’s permanent headquarters. In a letter to the GAO, Rogers (R-Saks), […]

The number of destructive storms Tennessee Valley residents have endured this spring and summer, including back-to-back tornados in July, and a stormy start to August, have led to unique challenges […]

HUNTSVILLE – If you smell fresh coffee around the Regions Bank building downtown, you’re not imagining. The area’s newest breakfast beverage bistro has arrived in the Rocket City with a […]

HUNTSVILLE — The National Weather Service Huntsville office has issued an excessive heat warning for much of the Tennessee Valley for today and Friday. The service said highs will range […]

  256 Today is proud to present the Our Town Podcast. Check here every week for the latest episode from Troy Bye, North Alabama’s newest favorite son. The Our Town […]

MADISON — It’ll be virtual who’s who of Huntsville Stars history next month when the Rocket City Trash Pandas host “Stars Throwback Night.” Through the efforts of former Stars player […]

HUNTSVILLE — With a historic performance and an acrobatic effort in an important win last Saturday, two Huntsville City Football Club players were honored by MLS NEXT Pro. Forward Azaad […]

HUNTSVILLE — As one person was arrested in Tuesday’s shooting at Alabama A&M University and another is hospitalized with an arrest pending, the president of the university thanked campus police […]

ALBERTVILLE — Brent Boatwright has been named the general manager of Sand Mountain Park & Amphitheater, Sports Facilities Companies announced. “His passion for sports and commitment to making SMPA the best […]

Selling your home, especially in today’s tumultuous market, is a big decision with many choices to make. But using a Realtor in the sale of your home should be an […]

HUNTSVILLE – A pair of the biggest names in business are looking for employees here in the Tennessee Valley. Amazon and Polaris have their “help wanted” signs out and career […]

HUNTSVILE – Two of the biggest acts in country music history will be rolling into the Rocket City in December. The “boys from Fort Payne,” aka the multi-platinum selling country […]

HUNTSVILLE — Huntsville City Councilman Devyn Keith pleaded guilty Tuesday to two counts of misdemeanor shoplifting. He was facing four counts but the state dismissed two charges. Madison County District […]

LOS ANGELES — Nick Dunlap of Huntsville has shown himself to be one of the most promising young golfers in the country. No more was that on display than during […]

In recent years, a rapidly growing sport has taken the nation by storm, captivating people of all ages with its unique blend of athleticism, camaraderie, and fun. That sport is […]

MONTGOMERY — Gov. Kay Ivey has announced a $1 million grant to help meet the nation’s increasing demand for solar power while providing more than 700 jobs in North Alabama. […]

HUNTSVILLE — Just a few weeks ago, Rep. Dale Strong sent House Armed Services Committee Chairman Mike Rogers a letter requesting the committee bring Air Force Secretary Frank Kendall and […]

HANCEVILLE — In what college President Dr. Vicki Karolewics described as an historic day, Wallace State Community College celebrated the grand opening of the $8.8 million Center of Welding Technology […]

HUNTSVILLE — The 10-year anniversary dinner of the Madison City Chess League saw players, parents, and supporters turn out to meet FM Mike Klein, better known as Fun Master Mike […]

HUNTSVILLE — Last week at the Madison County Commission meeting, the Association of County Commissions of Alabama recognized two of Huntsville’s own. Rep. Rex Reynolds (R-Huntsville), chairman of the House […]